One of the season’s hottest trends in jackets is utilitarian. Whether you’re donning a hot dress or a pair of skinny jeans and chucks, the military jacket can help you pull the look together while giving your look a whimsical, vintage vibe.

One of the best military-inspired jackets I’ve seen out there so far is the William Jacket by Whitley Kros. Made of 100% cotton, the lightweight fabric makes this jacket the perfect transition coat from summer into fall, while the darker color and structure of the coat eases you in nicely into winter. Navy with contrasting gold piping, the jacket features a two-button closure at the collar as well as a five-button off-center closure in the front. Finally, the button-tab epaulet at the shoulders and three-button detail at the cuffs give this jacket a tailored feel.

I definitely like the length of this jacket, since the shorter hemline will allow you to show off some of the season’s high-waisted trends. You can definitely swap your work blazer for a utilitarian-inspired jacket, since it still has a very structured feel to it. And on the weekends, simply throw on a basic tee underneath, your favorite pair of skinnys and either a pair of Chucks (for an “I’m with the band” look) or a pair of leather riding boots (for a more sophisticated look), and you’re good to go!

Buy it HERE.